Pictured Nicole Smith and Bob Joyce Paramus Department of Public Works
Paramus DPW Visits Paramus Rotary
This past week’s speakers were the Borough of Paramus’ own Department of Public Works Nicole Smith and Bob Joyce who spoke on the town’s recycling program.
Nicole Smith, secretary for the Department of Public Works has been employed with the town for 12 years and Sanitation foreman Bob Joyce has been employed with the town for about 28 years.
They spoke about the pick-up schedule and what can and cannot be recycled including the elusive Pizza box.. Lid recycle and if there is food on the bottom… regular garbage.
In addition, they mentioned there are a few bins at the recycling center. Children’s used toys can be brought to the recycling center. Second Chance Toys will clean them up and donate them to those in need. Clothing and book donation bins are located on the outside wall of the center.
Nicole mentioned that Paramus now has their very own foam densifier! This means you can bring clean, dry #6 “Styrofoam” to be recycled. If you have questions, you can contact the DPW. Packing peanuts, colored foam or food packaging cannot be recycled with this machine.
Lastly, Nicole mentioned a recycling App that the town is now using. This app offers daily reminders, a search bar to explain what goes where and also live updates in the event of storms, additions or emergencies. The app is called recyclecoach.com.
Pictured: Theresa Ohwady Northeast Advocate NF Foundation
District Day of Service Project Announced
Our club will be working with the District again this year on the “District Day of Service” scheduled for May, 18th. The project chosen was to walk and sponsor NF northeast Step2Cure. NF is short for Neurofibromatosis, pronounced neuro-fibroma-tosis. It is a genetic disorder of the nervous system that causes tumors to form on the nerves anywhere in or on the body at any time. NF affects all races, all ethnic groups and both sexes equally. NF affects more people worldwide than cystic fibrosis and muscular dystrophy combined! Paramus resident and advocate for this disease
Theresa Ohwady, a Paramus resident an advocate for her daughter and the disease gave us a brief overview of the disease and walk. Our Rotary club will be walking to raise awareness and money for NF Northeast Steps2Cure NF. The Greater NYC/NJ NF walk will be held on Saturday, May 18th at Overpeck Park in Ridgefield Park, NJ. Registration starts at 9am and the walkers will start their loop around the park at 10am. We will be sending out more information as it gets closer.
Pictured Past President Jay Leone pinning Past President Chip Philibosian
Chip Philibosian receives Paul Harris Fellowship Pin +6
Paramus Rotary member of 39yrs, Chip Philibosian, received his Ruby Paul Harris Fellow Pin at the March 21st meeting. Chip’s dedication to Rotary is not only noted through his shared knowledge, but his willingness to give back to the Rotarian annual Programs Fund, PolioPlus, PolioPlus Partners and the Humanitarian Grants program.
CHAMPIONS OF PEACE: APRIL 2, 2024, FROM 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
President Jean Jadevaia's two nominees for the Champions of Peace Award were selected and will be honored at the Fair Lawn Community Center, located at 10 20th Street, Fair Lawn, NJ on April 2, 2024, at 6 PM. The award winners are:
Nancy Labov -- Alumni in Recovery founder and CEO for 25+ years. Nancy has worked in addiction and psychiatry as a registered nurse and as a certified drug and alcohol counselor since the age of 26.
Kenneth Ehrenberg – Former Paramus Chief of Police from June 2013 through June 2023. He is a 1982 graduate of Paramus High School and is the fourth generation of his family to reside in Paramus. He graduated from Seton. Hall University School of Law and is a member of NJ and NY Bar Associations.
All Rotarians are welcome to attend the award ceremony. Refreshments will be served.
FELLOWSHIP AT THE ORANGE LANTERN: APRIL 2, 2024, FROM 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
NY Blues Hall of Famer and Fodera Guitar Artist Dave Fields will host an evening of blues, jazz, rock, funk and beyond with a live band at The Orange Lantern, located at 15 E Firehouse Lane, Paramus NJ.
Paramus Rotarian Elizabeth Spaeth, a/k/a Elisa Brown, will sing a few tunes for her fellow Rotarians, so come on out for an evening of music and merry making. it's going to be FUN!
HEART SCAN PROGRAM AT PARAMUS HIGH SCHOOL: APRIL 23 - 26, 2024
Save a life through early detection! Free 2D Echocardiogram screenings for grades 9 – 12. Pre-registration Required. Testing takes 25 minutes.
DISTRICT CONFERENCE: MAY 2 - 5, 2024
The District Conference for Districts 7490 and 7505, Celebrating Hope and Kindness, will be held at the Seaview Hotel in Galloway, NJ. The Conference cost is $325 per person.
GOLF OUTING: MAY 20, 2024
Our annual golf outing will be held on Monday, May 20, 2024, at the Edgewood Country Club located at 449 Rivervale Road, River Vale, NJ. We need Corporate and Platinum Sponsors, as well as lots of golfers! Brochures with sponsorship opportunities are now available at each weekly meeting.
For more information, please contact:
Debbie Cibelli at 201-264-6428, dcparamusrotary@outlook.com or Dr Peter Kantzillieris at 201-723-8385, nextstepchiropractic@gmail.com
GREETERS
Please contact Kevin Shanman to sign up to be a greeter!
TREX RECYCLING
Please bring your clean plastic to weekly meetings.
CASH RAFFLE: JUNE 7, 2024
The Rotary Club 50/50 Cash Raffle will be held at the Paramus Elk's Club on June 7, 2024, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The cost of a ticket is $100. Contact Barry Fowler (201) 818-7350 if you would like to purchase a ticket(s). This fun event includes an open bar and a delicious buffet catered by Seasons.
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